Technician Avionics Go Team (Weekend Shift) - Indianapolis, IN

Cessna Aircraft Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K company match + additional annual

Education assistance for undergraduate

Flight training bonus program

Fertility and adoption assistance

Free financial consultations and_guid

Job summary

Textron Aviation is seeking an Avionics Technician to join the Go Team in Indianapolis, IN on a weekend schedule. You will test, troubleshoot, and repair advanced avionics systems directly on aircraft at a service center, traveling regionally as needed while based at home base.

This hands-on role emphasizes precision, leadership, and clear communication with customers. You will lead small crews, follow FAA procedures, interpret wiring diagrams, and document work to ensure compliant installations

Qualifications

• A high school education or equivalent is required
• A comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems is required
• Use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications along with knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles is required
• A minimum 3 years of diversified experience in aircraft systems, troubleshooting and repair is required

Responsibilities

• Advanced Avionics Troubleshooting & Repair: Lead complex functional testing, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and modification of avionics and electrical systems using FAA‑approved procedures and technical documentation
• Final System Testing & Certification: Perform final avionics and electrical system testing, ensure FCC compliance for all transmitting and receiving equipment, and sign aircraft logbook releases under an FAA Repairman Certificate
• In‑Flight Diagnostics & Validation: Diagnose discrepancies using in‑flight data and customer feedback, take corrective action, and accompany pilots on functional test flights as required to verify system performance
• Technical Leadership & Crew Guidance: Act as crew lead for teams of up to five technicians, guiding troubleshooting efforts and mentoring lower‑level technicians through complex avionics issues
• Customer Collaboration & Issue Resolution: Partner directly with customers to explain avionics discrepancies, provide clear technical debriefs, and resolve concerns with professionalism and sound judgment
• Aircraft Documentation & Blueprint Interpretation: Execute work from aircraft orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, service bulletins, and vendor data to ensure precise, compliant installations and repairs

Skills

Aircraft mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Technician Avionics Go Team (Weekend Shift) - Indianapolis, IN (344693)

Technician Avionics Go Team (Weekend Shift) - Indianapolis, IN (344693 )

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

What you will be doing as an Avionics Technician - Go Team:

In this role, you can expect to test, troubleshoot, and repair advanced avionics systems directly on aircraft at a Textron Aviation Service Center. You’ll travel within your assigned region to support customers while staying rooted at your home service center when not on the road. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys variety, precision, and seeing their work take flight. Shift is 3x12 Wednesday thru Friday days.

Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Advanced Avionics Troubleshooting & Repair: Lead complex functional testing, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and modification of avionics and electrical systems using FAA‑approved procedures and technical documentation
• Final System Testing & Certification: Perform final avionics and electrical system testing, ensure FCC compliance for all transmitting and receiving equipment, and sign aircraft logbook releases under an FAA Repairman Certificate
• In‑Flight Diagnostics & Validation: Diagnose discrepancies using in‑flight data and customer feedback, take corrective action, and accompany pilots on functional test flights as required to verify system performance
• Technical Leadership & Crew Guidance: Act as crew lead for teams of up to five technicians, guiding troubleshooting efforts and mentoring lower‑level technicians through complex avionics issues
• Customer Collaboration & Issue Resolution: Partner directly with customers to explain avionics discrepancies, provide clear technical debriefs, and resolve concerns with professionalism and sound judgment
• Aircraft Documentation & Blueprint Interpretation: Execute work from aircraft orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, service bulletins, and vendor data to ensure precise, compliant installations and repairs

What you need to be successful:

• A high school education or equivalent is required
• A comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems is required
• Use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications along with knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles is required
• A minimum 3 years of diversified experience in aircraft systems, troubleshooting and repair is required

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning
• Free financial consultations and guidance

At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world‑class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit!

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.